Being quarantined at home and being asked to practice social distancing can have detrimental effects on our mental health. While social introverts rejoice and feel validated, many others are feeling alone and question how to spend their days.
There are several ways we can continue our mindfulness lifestyle and strengthen our mental resilience.
I have been working to follow posts from others, listening to podcasts, and do some researching to be able to provide resources to strengthen us all.
Please take some time to explore and add in the comments any you have.
During this time of global shut down, many zoo, museums, and national parks are putting together online options. This link below takes you on a journey through calming art around the world.
Zen Art
Josh Gad, or as our children know him Olaf, is taking time to read nightly to children.
Story time with Olaf
A variety of stories read by different celebrities.
Storyline Online
Daily Yoga classes, each day focuses on a different age group
Bee You Yoga
Mindful.org is offering a free 30 day mindfulness course
Find Calm and Nourish Resilience
This is a great Facebook page to follow. It has uplifting ideas, graphics, and is very positive.
Unwritten Endings, LLC - Youth & Family Therapy
Here is a link that has previously been shared, but worth sharing again. Animals provide a great sense of calm, entertainment, and education.
EarthCam - Animals
If the weather isn't cooperating and allowing for some outside time, here is a link to take virtual tours of 30 national parks.
National Parks
Don't forget mindfulness is about the present moment. Fully experiencing the here and now. A fun way to immerse yourself in some Disney World rides is in the link below. Take a ride and fully commit to being present and see how great the experience can feel.
Disney Rides
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